Is offered as an improvement on the PRAIRIE COTTAGE of the great West. Without discussing the propriety of building one-story houses, either in view of beauty or economy, we offer this design for the consideration of those with whom the one-story dwelling is a fixed idea.

DESIGN XII.

A SMALL COTTAGE, designed to be built of stone in the most economical manner. It would make a cozy little

home for a country mechanic or farmer's assistant.